This paper aims to explore the impact of the recent economic recessions and ongoing economic difficulties in the world leading to increase in crime rate.
In this paper, attempt has been made to summarize existing literature on the relationship between crime trends and economic trends. Then, drawing some data on crime, the economy and other relevant socio-demographic trends in the world, mainly India, some broad conclusions are drawn about likely crime trends over the coming years.
The paper concludes that crime rates increase during the recession. This paper will be of value to Police Forces, Psychologists and local authorities, principally when conducting their strategic assessments.
Recession, Psychology, Crime, Trend
